Lessons learned:
- Understand what truly motivates them (service to others, economic upside, title, industry recognition, career development). Few people will say their true motivations outright. You have to try to pick up on what really matters to them and make sure you are aligned.
- Understand their non-negotiables. What for certain would sour the working relationship (ex: relocating)

Best traits:
- Humility. For example, they don't care too much about title; they authentically want to contribute to helping the team
- Industry or business model experience. Yes anyone can generally understand most any industry within 3 months enough to be effective in their role. But it makes a big difference when a leader truly knows how the industry works, has connections, understands the nuances that only come through repitition.

Thanks Byron!